## Security Officer**Oak Ridge,TN37831**Posted: 10/21/2026Job Number: 2137## Job Description**Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities*** Ensures the security and safety of people and property in assigned areas by patrolling areas (on foot or in a vehicle) and enforcing rules and regulations. Patrols buildings and grounds, checking for fires, safety/fire hazards, vandalism, theft and suspicious activity or persons. Investigates and/or reports hazards and unusual or suspicious circumstances for correction or follow-up actions. Safeguards and protects people and assets against any kind of attacks, violence and intrusion.* Performs routine patrols of grounds, buildings, vehicles and water lines to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure the security/operation of alarm systems, lights, gates, doors and windows. These tasks are necessary to maintain a safe and secure workforce thereby enabling EnergySolutions to reach its performance goals and stay competitive in the marketplace.* Conducts random vehicle and personnel searches to identify the possession of any prohibited items and to confirm proper authorization for personnel departing with items (objects, tools and containers).* Operates detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.* Provides controls at personnel and vehicle entries to ensure only authorized personnel and vehicles enter.* Warns persons of rule infractions or violations and apprehends or evicts violators from premises. Escorts suspended and terminated employees off-site.* Inspects and adjusts security systems/equipment/machinery to ensure proper operation and detect tampering.* Monitors and adjusts controls that regulate building systems, such as air conditioning, furnaces and boilers.* Creates work orders as needed for security/safety issues (e.g., lighting, locks, fences, gates and badge readers).* Maintains compliance with security procedures and completes security and access logs as required.* Responds to alarms and dispatched calls and investigates disturbances. Decides what actions to take based on situations, facts known and position limitations.* Documents emergency information, notifies outside emergency services, site contacts and site personnel as required.* Investigates security-related incidents and prepares reports on them.* Investigates claims of theft, vandalism and vehicle accidents.* Writes daily reports regarding the activities and disturbances (if any) that have occurred during assigned work hours and provides details on the events.* Circulates among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property. Observes activity and traffic in assigned areas to enforce rules and regulations; alerts visitors of infractions.* Performs safety inspections. Performs surveillances on truck parking facilities and rail lines.* Provides safety and security briefings, conducts visitor guides and issues dosimeters, safety glasses, hard hats and safety shoe covers as appropriate.* Controls the issuance and management of keys, badges and other security-related items.* Operates electronic equipment including two-way radios, closed-circuit television and digital video recorders. Answers telephone calls to take messages, answer questions and provide information during non-business hours or when the switchboard is closed.* Escorts or drives motor vehicles to transport individuals to specified locations and to provide personal protection.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Job Requirements/Skills*** Intermediate verbal and written communication skills* Intermediate knowledge of basic security and fire inspection procedures* Intermediate interpersonal skills and team player attitude* General knowledge of the use of Microsoft Office products required to perform job (Word, Excel and Outlook)* Ability to pass background investigations* Ability to work shifts and overtime on short notice* Ability to work under general supervision* Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean record**Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions*** Ability to perform highly repetitive motions with fingers, hands, wrists, shoulders, and legs* Ability to effectively communicate; speaking, reading, understanding, writing and hearing clear English; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location* Ability to wear protective equipment such as: goggles, hard hat, and steel toe boots* Ability to see close and distance, peripheral vision, and adjust focus* Ability to work in extreme weather conditions* Ability to perform frequent walking, lifting, bending, sitting, squatting, standing, climbing, kneeling, and handling objects; frequent reaching above shoulder levels; frequent carrying and lifting loads from 25 to 50 pounds.* Certified hazardous waste worker, radiation worker, and respirator medical qualification| | || --- | --- || **Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements** | || ***Education*** * High School diploma or GED | ***Certifications*** * Completion of the EnergySolutions Qualification Program for Security Officers * Completion of General Employee Training or General Employee Radiological Training * The ability to pass a background screening for a Trustworthiness and Reliability approval for quantity of concern materials * State of Tennessee Private Protective Services Unarmed Security Guard/Officer License required or obtain upon hire || ***Required Experience*** * None | ***Preferred Experience*** * None | *EnergySolutions is an **Equal Opportunity Employer**. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.* **Apply online at: jobs.energysolutions.com**